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Dr. Sanford Hamilton, MD
American Fork, UT
15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hamilton, Otolaryngologist in American Fork, UT?
Dr. Sanford Hamilton, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in American Fork, UT. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Hamilton graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamilton’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office at (801) 418-0870.
Where did Dr. Hamilton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?
Dr. Hamilton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hamilton typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hamilton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hamilton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hamilton typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hamilton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hamilton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 418-0870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in American Fork, UT?
Dr. Hamilton in American Fork, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
PacificSource
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?
Dr. Sanford Hamilton's Primary Practice
1175 E 50 S
American Fork, UT 84003
(801) 418-0870
What is Dr. Hamilton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356488126.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamilton
What is Dr. Sanford Hamilton's specialty?
Dr. Hamilton is a Otolaryngologist near American Fork, UT.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Sanford Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hamilton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: American Fork Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Sanford Hamilton accepting new patients in American Fork, UT?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanford Hamilton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (801) 418-0870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanford Hamilton?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (801) 418-0870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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